Kodachadri Trek Overview

Kodachadri Trek  Difficulty Level

• Easy – Moderate ( Difficulty Level is subjective )

Kodachadri Trek Trail Type

• Dense Tropical Rainforests, Waterfalls, Meadows and Cliffs

Kodachadri Trek Distance

• 14 km ( to & fro )

• Go for an enthralling Kodachadri Trekking session at Shimoga and witness its numerous waterfalls and mountain peaks – implying the foremost ideal nature getaways on the brink of Bangalore.
• Kodachadri Trek Nestled deep within the Western Ghats within the district of Shimoga and holding its place because the tenth highest peak within the State of Karnataka

• Kodachadri is home to lush green jungle trails through dense tropical forests, picturesque waterfalls, and mesmerizing landscapes. Located within the Mookambika Wildlife Sanctuary, it also forms the right backdrop to the Moola Mookambika Temple, believed to be the place of origin of Goddess Mookambika.
• Catching a glimpse of the evening sunset into the Arabian Sea from its peak offers a fascinating experience; a mixture of mountain and ocean that only a few peaks within the country can boast of. A trek to Kodachadri will leave you spellbound and wanting more.
• Trek on the challenging trails which is amid the views of the Tunga River, lush green forests and mountain landscapes, beautiful waterfalls of the Western Ghats. Hike towards the height of Kodachadri – located at 1,343 meters above water level and prominently known for being the 10th tallest peak within the state.

• Witness the right canvas from the highest that suggests the backdrop of the famous Mookambika Temple and therefore the Mookambika park . Kodachadri trekking offers the adventurists the chance to explore the luxurious green hillside views and celebrate the wonders of nature.
• If you’re lucky, you would possibly catch the sights of unique species like Malabar Langoor, Malabar Pied Hornbill, and Indian rock snake among many others.
• On the Kodachadri trekking experience, you’ll experience the beauties of nature and knowledge the serene environment with camping right within the middle of the woods.

Best Season to Visit Kodachadri Trek

• Post monsoon, you’ll witness the luxurious greenery of the region in its full glory. The trek are often extended till the pre-summer season when the foremost a part of the trek features a mixture of brown and green. you’ll have much clearer views compared to the monsoon season during the winter season.
• The trek are often done during the summer season. the colours are going to be much browner within the shade once you progress from the forest section towards the grasslands.
• The region receives heavy rainfall during the monsoon season. If you would like to require this feature , be prepared for the challenge of trekking during the monsoon. Have the proper gears and accompany somebody who has the experience of trekking, navigating. the problem of the trek increases once you trek during the height of monsoon.

How to reach Kodachadri Trek

• The Kodachadri trek starts from alittle village called Nittur situated within the Shimoga district. From Shimoga, Nittur is on the brink of 110 km towards the west.

• Even if you’re getting to start from other villages of Katinahole or Vallur, you would like to pass this village of Nittur.
• Those who don’t want to trek and are looking to require a jeep, Nittur would be the place where one can hire the jeep.
• The base village Nittur is straightforward to succeed in if you’re traveling from Bangalore. You get direct buses from Bangalore (Majestic/Anand Rao Circle) to Nittur. These buses attend Kollur via Shivamoga.

Things To Carry

• Backpack 30/60 L
• Water Bottle
• Energy Bars
• Weather Appropriate Clothing
• Warm Jacket
• Flashlight
• Sun protection
• Rain Protection
• Trekking Boots
• Extra Pair of Clotings
• Towel
• Personal Hygiene Kit
• Mini First Aid Kit
• Personal Medication
• Trash Bag
• Slippers

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